Empowering Education for All
Innovate for California is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to empowering educators, students, and parents with cutting-edge educational services and technologies.
Join us in transforming education with innovative services and technology. Together, we can empower educators, students, parents, and people for a brighter future.
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What We Do
Founded in 2024, our non-profit organization is dedicated to improving the educational experience for students with technology and awareness. We believe that by bringing innovative tools and introducing new strategies in schools, we can create a more engaging and effective learning environment for everyone.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate schools, educators, and student support services with our open-source developed tools and foster partnerships that enhance educational outcomes.
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When your Data Narrative is Unclear: Anon. TRIO/G.U. Programs
Data narratives can be equivocal at times, having multiple possible meanings or interpretations, leaving the narratives open to various understandings. This means that the intentional meanings of data narratives can be nuanced and subtle enough to leave room for ambiguity, which is dangerous to any agency dealing with a form of Program Review.

When your Data Narrative is unclear: Our Humboldt Beginnings
Understanding how ambiguous data narratives in TRIO and GEAR UP programs can obscure student success patterns and lead to misallocated resources. Learn strategies to transform unclear metrics into actionable insights.

How Did Innovate For California Start: Part #1
The origin story of Innovate For California, starting with Shawn Dean’s journey from GEAR UP Advisor to nonprofit founder, data analyst, and educational leader.
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